Shure BETA 87C Cardioid Condenser Vocal Microphone Review

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(More customer reviews)I perform with this mic in small and large venues. The proximity bass roll off feature is really nice, since I tend to get closer and closer to the mic as I get into the song. Also, when I back off from the mic, it preserves the bass freqs in my vocals better than other vocal mics I've performed with.
I haven't really banged this mic up to test how solidly it's built, but knowing Shure and their line of live mics, I trust it to take a few hits here and there.
And plus, it just looks really cool!

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The Beta 87C premium vocal microphone delivers studio-grade performance and a smooth, extended high-end frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The microphone adds warmth to the frequency response and creates an ideal environment for in ear personal monitoring. And its highly consistent cardioid pattern offers excellent rear rejection.
The BETA 87C is an excellent choice for professional studio recording, yet it is built to withstand the rigors of touring. It maintains its performance characteristics even at sound pressure levels as high as 139 dB SPL. Plus, the cartridge is protected by a proven shock mount system. A hardened steel mesh grille with a built-in pop filter provides added protection.

Key Features
Smooth, wide frequency response with slight presence rise
Uniform cardioid polar pattern for maximum isolation
Minimum off-axis tone coloration
Low-frequency roll-off compensates for proximity effect
Three-stage pop filter minimizes breath pop and noise
Break-resistant stand adapter

Specifications
Transducer Type: Condenser (electret bias)
Frequency Response: 50 to 20,000 Hz
Polar Pattern: Cardioid
Output Impedance: Rated at 150 ohms (100 Ohms actual +/- 20%); Recommended minimum load impedance: 800 ohms
Sensitivity (at 1,000 Hz): Open Circuit Voltage: -51 dBV/Pa (2 mV); (1 Pa = 94 dB SPL)
Output Clipping Level: 1000 Ohm Load at 1,000 Hz: -6 dBV (0.5 V)
Maximum SPL: 139 dB at 1,000 Hz (0.25% THD, 1000 Ohm load)
Self-Noise: 22 dB typical, A-weighted; 24 dB typical, weighted per DIN 45 405 (equivalent sound pressure level; measured with true rms voltmeter)
Dynamic Range: 117 dB (maximum SPL to A-weighted noise level)
Hum Sensitivity: -5 dB equivalent SPL, maximum, in a 1 mOe field (60 Hz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 72 dB at 94 dB SPL (IEC 651) -- *S/N ratio is difference between 94 dB SPL and equivalent SPL of self-noise A-weighted.
Polarity: Positive pressure on diaphragm produces positive voltage on pin 2 relative to pin 3 of the output connector.
Power: Phantom Supply Requirement: 11 to 52 Vdc, positive at both pins 2 and 3
Connector: Three-pin (XLR) professional audio
Case: Aluminum construction with painted blue metallic finish, and hardened steel grille with nickel satin chrome plating
Weight:7.6 ounces

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